This week is RISE Austin and next is South by Southwest. Creative juices will be overflowing in the next several weeks! Creativity isn’t just a process. It’s a value. To become more creative, you have to accept the beliefs and practice the behaviors that help creativity to flourish. For a more inspired and creative life, here are a few of the values you should live:
A sense of wonder. Don’t take a cynical, seen-it-all attitude. Pretend you’re a child experiencing everything in life for the first time. Ask questions about the world around you.
Pursuit of ideas. Don’t hold back. As soon as you feel a spark of interest in something, regardless of how “practical” it seems, let yourself go with it. Follow your ideas wherever they take you.
Courage. You’ve got to be fearless and not worry about what others may think. Don’t try to be like everyone else. Take your own approach, whatever you’re doing.
Patience. You can’t hurry creativity, so take time to ponder your ideas. Sit down, relax, have a cup of tea, and think things over. That’s usually how the best ideas bloom.
Live Oak Pharmacy is Austin’s Integrative Compounding Pharmacy located downtown. Since we compound you could say that we’re Austin’s Creative Pharmacy. After all compounding is seeking solutions to problems that traditional medications can’t or don’t solve. Have a problem that needs some creative solutions? Come in and see our pharmacist today! Live Oak Pharmacy, your creative pharmacy!
Although Henri Matisse was nearly 28 years younger than Auguste Renoir, the two great artists were dear friends and frequent companions.
When Renoir was confined to his home during the last decade of his life, Matisse visited him daily. Renoir, almost paralyzed by arthritis, continued to paint in spite of his infirmities.
One day as Matisse watched the elder painter working in his studio, fighting torturous pain with each brush stroke, he blurted out: “Auguste, why do you continue to paint when you are in such agony?”
Renoir answered simply: “The beauty remains; the pain passes.”
And so, almost to his dying day, Renoir put paint to canvas.
One of his most famous paintings, “The Bathers,” was completed just two years before his passing, 14 years after he was stricken by the disabling disease.
Is pain not letting you do the things you love? Come in and talk with our pharmacist today to see what your treatment options might be. From over the counter to supplements or collaborating with your prescriber about topical pain compounded mediations, Live Oak Pharmacy is here for you so that you can enjoy the beauty and let the pain pass.
Live Oak Pharmacy is Austin’s Compounding Pharmacy located in Downtown Austin. You have a lot of choices when it comes to choosing a pharmacy in Austin so why not choose one that was voted Best New Local Business by reader’s of the Austin Chronicle? Not sure if we’re the right fit for you? Come in and visit us today in the store, 1611 W 5th Street, on the phone, 512-476-8979 ext. 1, or online, LiveOakRx.com. Live Oak Pharmacy is Customized For You!
A recent post in Time Magazine’s Healthland probes the question on when to medicate a sick child with a fever. “Bottom line: in otherwise healthy children, there’s really no temperature at which you have to treat a fever.” Not sure what’s the best solution for medicating your child? Come in and talk with our pharmacist today.
A few tips to keep in mind . . .
Dosages should be decided according to weight, not age.
Step away from the kitchen teaspoon; it’s not a reliable way to dispense liquid medication. Live Oak Pharmacy dispenses proper dosage spoons with each liquid medicine.
If you’re not sure, ask the pharmacist. A pharmacist does more than dispense medicines. They are a valuable resource for understanding the medications you are giving to everyone in your family!
Live Oak Pharmacy is Austin’s Pharmacy! We know that taking care of sick child can be scary, especially for first time parents. That’s why we compound to make medicines easier to take and offer complementary medication counseling for all of our patients that come in the store. Having a sick child can be scary, getting the well doesn’t have to be. Come in today and talk to our pharmacist at the store, 1611 W 5th Street, call us 512.476.8979 ext. 1 or visit us online at LiveOakRx.com.
Exercise is an important element of good health, but you’ve got to approach it with good judgment. Follow this basic advice for getting in shape safely:
Start off slowly. If you haven’t exercised in a while, don’t jump into a strenuous routine. Consult with your doctor to find out what’s safe. Start each workout with a warmup to ease your body into the session.
Get the right equipment. Running in the wrong shoes or biking without a helmet can be dangerous. Don’t take chances with old or used equipment. If you’re not sure what you need, ask a trainer or someone with experience.
Wear suitable clothing. Loose, comfortable clothing is essential. Wear fabrics that absorb sweat, so your body doesn’t overheat. If you’re exercising outdoors in cold weather, wear a warm hat and gloves; in hot weather, wear a cap to stay cool.
Watch the weather. Don’t go outside to work out in extreme temperatures. Wear sunscreen, winter or summer. In cold weather, dress in layers. During the summer months, exercise in the morning or late in the day to avoid excessive heat.
Drink plenty of water. Keeping hydrated is important before, during, and after exercise. Take a drink every 20 minutes, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
Pay attention to surroundings. When you’re outdoors, don’t “zone out.” Watch out for traffic, other people, rough surfaces, and other dangers. Even in the gym, keep your eyes open and your mind engaged to prevent accidents with equipment or other exercisers.
Listen to the warning signs. Don’t try to “work through” pain. Slow down if you get short of breath. If you get dizzy or feel nauseated, or feel pain in your chest, neck, shoulders, or arms, stop exercising immediately. If the symptoms don’t go away, call your doctor.
Have questions about how to get back into shape and how supplements can help you with that process? Come into Live Oak Pharmacy today and talk with our pharmacist! Live Oak Pharmacy carries supplements that meet the highest standards and are not available at a health food store or commercial vitamin shop. And save the date for our Un-Presentation on Tuesday March 1 to learn about NEO40 with Dr. Zand of Neogenis Labs. To RSVP, call us today 512-476-8979 ext. 1 or RSVP online by clicking here.
For most people, a headache is a minor annoyance, easily vanquished with a few painkillers. But for the 28 million Americans who suffer from migraines, the headache can be devastating: a throbbing pain that can last anywhere from a few hours to three days, and usually striking at least once a month.
The exact causes aren’t fully known, but migraines appear to be related to enlargement and contraction of the brain’s blood vessels, and they have a hereditary component. Migraines can cause abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Some migraines are preceded by “auras.” About 20 percent of migraine sufferers report warning signs before the attack’s onset: distorted vision, bright flashing lights in a zigzag pattern, or a blind spot. Warning signs also include fatigue and drowsiness, irritability, extremes of emotion, and cravings for sweet or salty foods.
Not certain if you’re having a migraine or just a really bad headache? Watch for these symptoms:
Pain. A migraine may be moderate to severe and is usually limited to one side of the head, though it may switch sides (and in about one-third of cases, a migraine can attack both sides of the head). The pain is typically described as pounding or pulsing.
Light. Migraine sufferers are usually more sensitive to bright light than other people.
Physical activity. Pain usually gets worse with common physical activities like walking up stairs.
Stomach ailments. As noted above, migraines can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite.
If you do suffer from migraine attacks, various treatments are available. Acetaminophen, aspirin, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen can alleviate pain. Biofeedback relaxation techniques, ice packs, and acupuncture have also proven effective. If one is able to sleep, that usually helps.
In general, a healthy lifestyle that includes good nutrition, lots of fluids, and sufficient sleep and exercise can go a long way toward preventing migraines from striking. And remember that if you have questions about headaches, migraine or other health care concerns you can come in and speak with our pharmacist.
Live Oak Pharmacy is Austin’s Integrative Pharmacy. We realize that one size doesn’t fit all. You’re unique like a snowflake. That’s why we offer compounding, traditional retail prescriptions, vitamins and supplements, herbs and homeopathy. That coupled with our expert advice from our pharmacist will help you achieve your health and wellness goals! Come find out why reader’s of the Austin Chronicle voted us Best New Local Business! We’re located at 1611 W 5th Street, call us at 512-476-8979 ext. 1 or visit us online at LiveOakRx.com.
It might seem a little funny today of all days to talk about sunscreen when it’s overcast but before you know it the Austin sun will make a return to her full glory and here’s some information you may want to know!
Australian researchers conducted a rare randomized controlled trial of sunscreen use and found that daily application to the head, neck, arms, and hands might prevent melanoma in adults. To make the most of your sunscreen application be sure to apply to head, neck, arms, and hands every morning and reapply after heavy sweating, bathing, or long sun exposure. To learn more about the study click here.
Have questions about sunscreen? Come in and talk with our pharmacist today about the different choices we offer!
Live Oak Pharmacy, winner of Best New Local Business in the Reader’s Choice of the Austin Chronicle, is an Austin Compounding Pharmacy. We focus on an integrative approach to healthcare and that includes keeping your skin burn free! To learn more about Live Oak Pharmacy, an Austin Pharmacy, visit our Austin downtown pharmacy location at 1611 W 5th Street or visit us online at http://LiveOakRx.com
Want to avoid a heart attack? Stay out of loud, noisy workplaces. That’s the finding of a national study of over 6,000 workers examining data from the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, conducted from 1999 to 2004.
The researchers found that 21 percent of respondents said they had worked in a noisy environment for close to nine consecutive months, and they were two to three times more likely to have serious heart problems than employees in quieter atmospheres.
These workers tended to weigh more and smoke more than their counterparts in quiet workplaces. The association between noise and heart problems was elevated in workers under 50, who were three to four times more likely to have suffered a heart attack or to have coronary artery disease or angina.
The study’s authors say the findings suggest that “excess noise exposure in the workplace is an important occupational health issue and deserves special attention.”
Work for yourself? Looking for a professional yet quiet environment to protect your heart? Check out Link Coworking. Link Coworking is a membership club that brings people together who share the need for a place to conduct their business in an interactive space.
Live Oak Pharmacy is Austin’s Heart Healthy Pharmacy! Our downtown Austin pharmacy is located at 1611 W 5th Street. Come in today and talk with our pharmacist about healthy heart options. Reader’s of the Austin Chronicle voted us Best New Local Business – find out why and learn more about our Austin Compounding Pharmacy! Live Oak Pharmacy – Customized for Your Health! http://LiveOakRx.com
Sarah Harper, Fishmongress at Quality Seafood Market, writes a monthly article for Live Oak Pharmacy on seafood as an essential part of whole body wellness.
Mercury Rising?
Many of you are probably considering a new diet for the New Year. And I hope seafood constitutes a healthy part of that regimen. Among other essential nutrients, fish and shellfish are high in protein and often low in saturated fat, and most contain omega-3 fatty acids that have been linked to heart health. But along with the plethora of information available regarding the health benefits of a diet rich in seafood, there’s a lot of information about some of the health risks. Intended to educate more than scare, this blog post focuses on the most notorious offender, mercury, and how you can avoid it at the seafood market.
In general, fish with the greatest levels of mercury are those that are higher up on the food chain, such as shark and swordfish. When shopping for seafood, keep in mind the “small fish rule”: the smaller the fish, the less mercury it contains. Large fish that take longer to mature usually have more time and greater opportunity to consume smaller fish and amass more mercury in their flesh.
Another rule of thumb, one that may seem obvious but that is often overlooked by the average seafood shopper, is that freshwater fish have lower mercury content. Some good freshwater options are bluegill, perch, stream trout, herring, smelt, and crawfish.*
In addition, farm-raised fish are typically lower in mercury than wild-caught fish. Whenever possible buy U.S.-raised product; most imported product is not held to the same standards as domestic fish and shellfish. Look for U.S.-raised catfish, trout, oysters, mussels, clams, and shrimp.
If you prefer marine fish and shellfish, here are some good low-mercury options: shrimp, salmon, pollock, flatfish (flounder, sole, plaice), scallops, haddock, mullet, oysters, ocean perch, sardines, squid, and anchovies. Also, check out this guide compiled by Tim Fitzgerald of the non-profit group, Environmental Defense. It’s the only one I’ve come across so far that combines the concepts of shopping sustainably while simultaneously monitoring your mercury intake.
This may be a lot of information to process, let alone remember when you’re standing at the seafood counter trying to figure out what’s fresh and what’s within your budget. If you remember just one thing, remember that the key to a healthy seafood diet is variety. Like most foods, too much of a good thing can have its drawbacks, so change the menu frequently and add a little variety to your diet.**
*If you are pregnant or nursing, limit your consumption of freshwater predator fish, such as walleye, bass, and Northern pike, to less than six ounces per week (the “small fish rule” still applies to freshwater fish).
**The Mayo Clinic recommends that pregnant and nursing women and young children consume “no more than 12 ounces (340 grams) of fish in total a week, no more than 6 ounces (170 grams) of canned tuna a week, and no amount of any fish that’s typically high in mercury” (e.g., shark, swordfish, tilefish, and king mackerel).
The opinions expressed by our guest bloggers do not necessary reflect the opinions of Live Oak Pharmacy. The opinions expressed by guest blogers are their own, unless otherwise stated. No financial agreement exists between guest bloggers and Live Oak Pharmacy.
Live Oak Pharmacy, winner of Best New Local Business in the Reader’s Choice of the Austin Chronicle, is an Austin Compounding Pharmacy. We focus on an integrative approach to healthcare and that includes eating right! To learn more about Live Oak Pharmacy, an Austin Pharmacy, visit our Austin downtown pharmacy location at 1611 W 5th Street or visit us online athttp://LiveOakRx.com
Live Oak Pharmacy is proud to carry Easy Breather from Herbalogic. And right when you need it most, Easy Breather is on sale! Save money & feel better! Easy Breather is recommend to control acute sinus symptoms, or use daily to prevent sinus attacks and improve the immune system. Use to prevent seasonal allergies or reduce the occurrence of year-round allergies.*
Come in today and talk with our pharmacist to see if Easy Breather is right for you and give cedar fever a kick with a stronger immune system! And ask us about homeopathic allergy relief for your pets too!
Live Oak Pharmacy is an Austin Compounding Pharmacy. We focus on an integrative approach to healthcare. To learn more about Live Oak Pharmacy, an Austin Pharmacy, visit our Austin downtown pharmacy location at 1611 W 5th Street or visit us online at http://LiveOakRx.com
*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If symptoms worsen or do not improve within 5 days, consult your healthcare professional. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Consult your healthcare professional and the special dosage instructions for use in children under age 12. Not for use in children under age 3.
A new study by medical experts in Belgium have found that splitting pills can lead to inaccurate doses of medication and could be dangerous.
Although some pills come pre-scored for the intention of splitting, researchers found of the of the pills split, 31% of the pill fragments differed from the weight they were expected to be as much as 25%. Fortunately there’s compounding, from Live Oak Pharmacy Austin’s Compounding Pharmacy, for prescriptions in customized dosages that are not commercially available.
Compounded medications can be prescribed for a variety of reasons such as:
* Formulating difficult-to-swallow pills into tasty liquids
* Combining multiple medications into a single compound or dose
* Preparing medication compounds that are not commercially available
* Formulating medication compounds in an allergen-free formula
To learn more about compounding, come into Live Oak Pharmacy today and meet with our pharmacist to see if compounding is right for you.
Live Oak Pharmacy is an Austin Compounding Pharmacy. We focus on an integrative approach to healthcare. To learn more about Live Oak Pharmacy, an Austin Pharmacy, visit our Austin downtown pharmacy location at 1611 W 5th Street or visit us online at http://LiveOakRx.com
